Greenhouse Labourer

Company: DiversiTree Plants Inc.

Business information: DiversiTree Plants Inc. is a plant nursery located in Chilliwack, British Columbia. We specialize in growing high-quality shade trees, shrubs, conifers, and ornamental plants. Our diverse selection supports a wide range of landscaping and horticultural needs. We are committed to providing our customers with healthy, high-quality plants.

Business address: 49276 Yale Rd., Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H4

Location of work: 49276 Yale Rd., Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H4 and 5781 Unsworth Rd., BC Chilliwack, BC, V2R 3A3

Type of Employment: Full time - Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job duties:

Budding trees

Clean the crops

Clear and collect brush and debris from fields and other work areas

Greenhouse cleaning

Harvest seedlings

Mixing fertilizer

Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts

Tie and secure plants

Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality

Weeding

Spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides

Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants

Mix and prepare soils

Plant bulbs and seeds

Pot and re-pot plants

Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings

Apply fertilizers

Report signs of insect or disease damage

Dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs

Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens

Clean work area

Drive work truck to different locations

Requirements:

-Education: Some high school is required

-Experience: Experience is an asset. On-the-job training will be provided.

-Driver’s license is required

-Experience using chain saw, mechanical sprayer, and light trucks are a strong asset

-Must take direction and abide by safety rules

-Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive Tasks, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Standing for extended periods, Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling, Hand-eye coordination

-Personal Suitability: Client focus, Initiative, Accurate, Judgement, Effective interpersonal skills, Team player, Organized, Flexibility

-Work Site Environment: Cold/refrigerated, Wet/damp, Hot, Confined spaces, Odours

-Weight Handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

-Language: Basic level of English is required

Wage: $18.75 per hour. 40 – 50 Hours per week

Benefits: Accommodation provided at a discounted rate. Travel expenses paid by the employer if worker needs to relocate. Transportation to and from the work location is provided by the employer. A vehicle is provided for work-related matters only. Learning/training paid by the employer.

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Important Information: Regular schedule is from Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. However, flexibility in schedule is required, based on the business’ needs. Overtime is required. Weekend work may be required.

Apply by email: info@diversitreeplants.com

Apply by mail: PO Box 237 Stn Main, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H4

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